HC Deb 17 February 1919 vol 112 c575W
Mr. R. YOUNG

asked the Food Controller whether the Government has yet settled the fate of his Department; if it is to be wound up; and, if so, in whose interest?

Mr. McCURDY

Under Section 13 of the New Ministries and Secretaries Act, 1916, the office of Food Controller, and the Ministry of Food, will cease to exist on the termination of a period of twelve months after the conclusion of the present War, or such earlier date as may be fixed by His Majesty in Council.

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